“We were all just shocked”: Roman Anthony’s sister Lia Anthony reacts from stands as Red Sox take down Yankees in big win

Fenway Park fans got more than just a good game. Another major victory for the Boston Red Sox against the New York Yankees came on Saturday. Someone particular, Lia Anthony, Roman Anthony's sister, also joined in the festivities as the crowd clapped.

A photo she posted from the stands quickly caught fans’ attention online. One comment under her post said it best: “We made the right people famous.”

Roman Anthony’s sister Lia Anthony cheers from Fenway stands after Red Sox beat Yankees

For the Boston Red Sox, the second game of the weekend set was on Saturday, June 15, 2025. Following their first extra innings 2-1 victory on Friday, they continued their winning ways with a close 4-3 loss against the Yankees. Following this triumph, the group's record rose to 36 defeats and 36 victories.

Boston prospect Roman Anthony, who was called up to the major leagues earlier this month, was in uniform but didn’t start. He entered later in the game to pinch-hit for Rob Refsnyder but didn’t get on base.Lia Anthony, Roman’s older sister, was seen cheering in the stands. She shared a photo on her Instagram story from the ballpark right after the final pitch. Fans quickly noticed and began sharing it, celebrating her support and the team’s big win.

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Roman Anthony and Lia Anthony react to viral attention after MLB debut

When the Red Sox faced the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, June 11, 2025, Roman Anthony made his major league debut; Lia included, his whole family was in the audience. But what surprised them wasn’t just the moment, it was the internet’s reaction.Speaking on The Greg Hill Show on WEEI-Radio, Lia said, “I went from having 3,000 followers to 14,000… We were all just shocked by it.”Roman wasn’t expecting this sudden attention either. “I think he definitely was shocked. We all were,” Lia added. “But he’s focused on his debut and his role in the team.”The Red Sox have now won four games in a row, and fans are excited for Sunday’s series finale against the Yankees. Roman Anthony is expected to play again, and many will be watching—not just for his skills, but also for more sweet family moments like Lia’s celebration.